CAD Design Engineer Role – Southampton
Employment Type: Contract Outside IR35 – 6 months
Rate: £30-35 an hour
Location: Southampton
We have an exciting opportunity for a CAD Design Engineer based in Romsey. Are you a CAD pro with solid 3D modelling experience, looking for your next hybrid contract role? Do you thrive on taking a design from concept to reality? Then this sounds like the perfect role for you.
Key Responsibilities:
* Producing accurate and detailed 3D models and technical drawings using AutoCAD.
* Translating client and internal requirements into practical, build-ready CAD designs.
* Supporting project teams through the full design lifecycle, from concept through to implementation.
* Working on subsea trenching machines, but experience in this field isn’t necessary
* Liaising with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to clarify requirements and resolve technical queries.
* Own the end-to-end design process, from concept to implementation
* Ensuring designs are compliant with relevant standards and project specifications.
* Providing input on design improvements, value engineering, and efficient manufacturing solutions.
Skills and Experience:
* Proven hands-on experience with 3D modelling
* Have at least 2 years of experience in AutoCAD (or similar CAD tools)
* Strong understanding of engineering design principles
* Must have subsea, oil and gas, marine structural experience
* Experience in hydraulics or electrical design is a plus
What’s in it for you:
* Competitive rates
* Remote working with occasional travel to the office twice a month
* Ability to work on practical, engineering projects
* Work as part of a collaborative, fast-moving environment with experienced engineers
If you’re an experienced CAD Design Engineer, and this sounds like a role you’d be interested in, then please apply below with your CV.